A new virtual reality tool supported by TAL’s Community Foundation is set to help young people find work and build confidence as part of their recovery from mental ill-health – all from inside a VR headset.
Orygen‘s Virtual Reality for Vocational Recovery simulates workplace scenarios using VR technology, giving young people engaged with supported employment programs an opportunity to practise and learn in a safe, controlled environment.
Alex Homer, TAL Chief Executive Customer and Brand, and foundation Chair, said the program reflected the firm’s and Orygen’s shared commitment to improving community mental health outcomes.
“Mental ill-health is a significant challenge facing a growing number of young Australians and it requires new approaches,” he said.
The technology is expected to help about 20 young people during this year’s trial before being rolled out to youth and community partners nationally.
